Tank - Labrador Retriever Dog for Adoption in Des Moines, Iowa

- Has some energy; likes playing fetch with tennis balls and enjoys chew toys

- Very loving to his people

- Previous family said he knows sit

- Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress

- May need some patience with housetraining

- Lived with young children and did well

- Can be socially awkward around other dogs, but seems to like them and may enjoy a like-minded dog friend (dog intro recommended)

The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Chocolate Weight: 98lbs Age: 6yrs 1mths 3wks Animal has been Neutered

The Labrador Retriever is a popular and versatile dog breed known for its friendly demeanor and high intelligence. These dogs are often used as guide dogs for the visually impaired, search and rescue dogs, and excellent family pets. Labradors are known for their great sense of smell, strong build, and love of water, making them exceptional hunters and swimmers. With their loyal and loving nature, Labradors have rightfully earned their reputation as one of the most beloved dog breeds in the world.

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